Today, Cricket PNG and Boroko Motors launched this year’s edition of the ISUZU T20 SMASH with a media event at the Boroko Motors showrooms at Waigani. Attended by key Boroko Motors and Cricket PNG staff, and the men’s and women’s captains of each of the four franchise teams, the launch promoted Boroko Motors strong partnership with Cricket PNG.
Cricket PNG CEO, Richard Done, said, “Today we announce the launch of the ISUZU T20 SMASH and the second year of the partnership with Isuzu and Boroko Motors. We are proud of the relationship we have with Boroko Motors and I’d like to thank General Manager, Liza-Marie Brooks, and National Sales Manager, Donovan Brooks, for their continued support.”
“The ISUZU T20 SMASH is the premier T20 competition in PNG and this year we’re excited to have 15 players from outside Port Moresby, as part of our desire to recognize new talent across the country. Alongside these regional players, we have both senior and U19 national players, and the best performers from the Port Moresby’s cricket Association last year.”
Donovan Brooks, National Sales Manager of Boroko Motors, said “Boroko Motors confirmed that ISUZU is continuing as the naming rights sponsor for the ISUZU T20 SMASH. The ISUZU T20 SMASH has become one of the most exciting and anticipated cricket tournaments in PNG, bringing together talented cricketers from across the nation. The partnership between Cricket PNG and Boroko Motors will continue to help in fostering the next generation of cricket stars by providing them with the resources and competitive platform they need to excel.”
“I’d encourage all cricket fans to come out and support the best cricketers in PNG in the ISUZU T20 SMASH, with the Men’s event starting this Friday 4 April.”
The confirmed schedule for the MEN’S ISUZU T20 SMASH is:
| Day | Date | AM Matches (10:00am) | PM Matches (2:00pm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 04-Apr-25 | Mariners v Mudmen | Black Bass v Cassowaries |
| Saturday | 05-Apr-25 | Black Bass v Mudmen | Mariners v Cassowaries |
| Sunday | 06-Apr-25 | Mariners v Black Bass | Cassowaries v Mudmen |
| Wednesday | 09-Apr-25 | Cassowaries v Black Bass | Mudmen v Mariners |
| Thursday | 10-Apr-25 | Cassowaries v Mariners | Mudmen v Black Bass |
| Saturday | 12-Apr-25 | Mudmen v Cassowaries | Black Bass v Mariners |
| Sunday | 13-Apr-25 | 3rd Place Playoff | Final (2:30pm) |
The selected teams are:
BLACK BASS
| Player Name | Player Type | Association | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sese Bau – Capt | LHB/RAOS | Pom CA | Wanderers |
| Lekwa Nao | LHB/WK | Pom CA | Pari |
| Frank Naime | RHB | Pom CA | Wanderers |
| Patrick Nou | RALS/RHB | Pom CA | Pari |
| Doko Rupa | LHB/WK | Lae CA | Hoods |
| Jackson Hera | RHB/RAMP | Central CA | Tubusereia |
| Kabua Vagi | LAMP | Pom CA | Hoods |
| Cyril Kumasi | RAMP | WNB CA | Haraklok |
| Puka Raho | LAMP | Pom CA | Pari |
| Oala Puka | LAOS/RHB | Pom CA | Pari |
| Damien Ravu | RAMP/RHB | Lae CA | Hoods |
| Idau Mauri | RAMP | Central CA | Tubusereia |
| Rea Tau | RHB | Pom CA | Wanderers |
| Mavara Hekure | RAMP/RHB | Pom CA | Wanderers |
CASSOWARIES
| Player Name | Player Type | Association | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Karoho | RHB/WK | Pom CA | Pari |
| Nelson Pate | LHB | Pom CA | Hoods |
| Dauncey Tom | LHB – RAMP | Pom CA | Pari |
| Hila Vare – Capt | LHB / WK | Pom CA | United |
| Vagi Vani Morea | RHB / RAMP | Pom CA | Kempa |
| Alei Nao | RAMP | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Igo Morea | LAMP | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Jeremiah Nigani | LHB/RAMP | Lae CA | ROW |
| Venau Ilaraki | RHB/RAMP | Central CA | Keapara |
| Emmanuel Karo | LHB/LAOS | Central CA | Hula |
| Ware Robin | RAMP | Pom CA | Hoods |
| David Taraka | RAMP/RHB | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Jason Kila | LHB/LAOS | Pom CA | Raukele |
| Gamu Vara | RAMP | Pom CA | Pari |
MARINERS
| Player Name | Player Type | Association | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herea Kilapat | LHB/WK | Central CA | Tubusereia |
| Assad Vala – Coach | LHB/RAOS | Pom CA | Hoods |
| Dai Mahuru | LHB | Pom CA | United |
| Malcolm Aporo | RHB | Pom CA | Raukele |
| Billy Maha | LHB | Central CA | Keapara |
| Michael Charlie | RAMP/RHB | Pom CA | Hoods |
| Sigo Kelly | RHB/RAMP | Lae CA | Friends |
| John Kariko – Capt | LAOS | Pom CA | Wanderers |
| Rarua Dikana Jnr. | LHB/RAMP | Pom CA | United |
| Sam Momo | RAMP/RHB | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Jimmy Bakara | RHB | Central CA | Makerupu |
| Chris Kilapat | RHB/RAMP | Pom CA | Raukele |
| Aluend Boge | RHB/RAOS | Pom CA | United |
| Toua Boge Nou | RHB | Pom CA | Wanderers |
MUDMEN
| Player Name | Player Type | Association | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kipling Doriga – Capt | RHB/WK | Pom CA | Raukele |
| Gaba Frank | RHB/ | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Ben Veavu | RHB | Central CA | Keapara |
| Baeau Gabutu | RHB | Pom CA | Hoods |
| Henari Tom | RHB/RAMP | Central CA | Tubusereia |
| Tau Nou | RAOS | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Wallace Nou | RHB/RAOS | Pom CA | Poreporena |
| Anthony David | RAMP | Pom CA | Pari |
| Richard Kwara | RHB/RAMP | Lae CA | Raukele |
| Riley Hekure | RAMP/RHB | Pom CA | Wanderers |
| Boio Ray | RHB/RAOS | Pom CA | Pari |
| Siniva Siniva | RHB/RAMP | Pom CA | Raukele |
| Katenalaki Singi | RAMP | Ahioma CA | Ahioma |
| Lessy Naime | RAOS | Pom CA | Raukele |
The men’s teams will be coached by:
| Team | Coach |
|---|---|
| Cassowaries | John Ovia |
| Mudmen | Mahuru Dai |
| Black Bass | Kila Pala |
| Mariners | Assad Vala |
All matches will be at Amini Park in the Bisini Sports Precinct in Boroko. Entry to Amini Park is free for general admission for adults and free for children and students (with the appropriate ID). Grandstand tickets are available at K5.00 after general entry to the ground (on a first come/first served basis).
The ISUZU T20 SMASH will be streamed live and exclusive through NV Play and Cricket PNG YouTube channels, with live scores available on the Cricket PNG website.
For further Information please email info@cricketpng.org
About Cricket PNG
Cricket PNG (CPNG) is the National Sports Federation responsible for the governance, promotion and development of cricket in Papua New Guinea (PNG). CPNG has been an Associate Member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) since 1973 and is supported by the ICC East Asia-Pacific (EAP) regional office, and more recently the PNG Olympic Committee.
CPNG currently has about 70 staff in ten (10) regions across PNG with a majority involved in driving entry-level participation through the Schools Kriket Programme and the School Kriket Programme (Malolo Hard-Ball Competition). In 2024, the School Kriket Programme reached over 129,000 students across PNG. Domestically, the Isuzu T20 Smash is our pinnacle event, supported by men’s and women’s Nationals at U19 and Senior levels.
At the high-performance level internationally, our Barramundis (national men) are ranked 20th in T20 and had ODI status until early 2023, our Lewas (national women) are ranked 12th in T20 and currently have ODI status, our Garamuts (U19 boys) and Siales (U19 girls) have historically been the best performed of the ICC EAP U19 member teams.
About Boroko Motors
Boroko Motors is a leading automotive dealership in Papua New Guinea, providing high-quality vehicles, parts, and services to individuals and businesses since 1965. Representing globally trusted brands including Isuzu, Boroko Motors offers a diverse range of passenger cars, commercial vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment to meet the needs of Papua New Guinea’s growing economy.
With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, the company also provides expert after-sales services, genuine spare parts, and tailored financing solutions to ensure a seamless vehicle ownership experience. Boroko Motors operates a nationwide network of branches and service centers, making reliable automotive solutions accessible across the country.
Driven by innovation and excellence, Boroko Motors continues to set the standard in the automotive industry, supporting Papua New Guinea’s transportation and infrastructure development.